Oregon adopts updated energy code for commercial buildings


Effective April 1, 2021, Oregon’s Building Codes Division adopted the 2021 Oregon Energy Efficiency Specialty Code (OEESC). Oregon’s Energy Efficiency Specialty Code (OEESC) amends the energy provisions of the Oregon Structural Specialty Code (OSSC).

The division works with the Construction Industry Energy Board to adopt updated commercial energy provisions for Chapter 13 of the Oregon Structural Specialty Code (OSSC). The 2021 Oregon Energy Efficiency Specialty Code (OEESC) is based on ASHRAE Standard 90.1-2019 and includes Oregon-specific amendments.

For more information visit Oregon.gov or access the code update training video.